Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Luke 10:42
But one thing is needful - That is, religion, or piety. This is eminently and especially needful. Other things are of little importance. This should be secured first, and then all other things will be added. See 1 Timothy 4:8; Matthew 6:33.That good part - The portion of the gospel; the love of God, and an interest in his kingdom. She had chosen to be a Christian, and to give up her time and affections to God.Which shall not be taken away - God will not take away his grace from his people,... read more
Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Luke 10:41
Thou art careful - Thou art anxious.Troubled - Disturbed, distracted, very solicitous.Many things - The many objects which excite your attention in the family. This was probably designed as a slight reproof, or a tender hint that she was improperly anxious about those things, and that she should, with Mary, rather choose to hear the discourses of heavenly wisdom. read more